问题
单项选择题
The nurse is caring for a client who has a history of alcohol abuse. Why would the client act as if he didn’t have a problem（）
A. The client has never taken the CAGE questionnaire.
B. Denial is a defense mechanism commonly used by alcoholics.
C. Thought processes are distorted.
D. Alcohol is expensive.
答案
参考答案：B
解析：
Denial is a defense mechanism commonly used by alcoholics. The CAGE questionnaire is a direct method of discovering whether the client is a substance abuser, but the client is likely to deny the problem regardless of whether he’s familiar with this assessment tool. Distorted thought processes and the cost of alcohol are less likely to influence the client’s use of denial.